The base of great Italian food is the quality of its ingredients. It is the simple combination of fresh fruit, vegetables, olive oil, wine, and of course great cheeses. This assortment offers an introduction to Italy's most famous staple cheeses that are essential to creating a good Italian meal. All of these cheeses are fantastic on their own but also add that special dimension to everything from pastas to risottos, to gratins, vegetable dishes, and salads. Their unique characters are a pleasure for the the palate to explore.

Pecorino Romano is made from sheep's milk and aged over a year. Hard and dense, it is salty and tangy with a sharp spicy finish. Excellent shaved or grated. (7.5 oz)

Provolone Piccante is mozzarella's older brother. Aged over nine months and made from cow's milk, it is sharp and spicy with a smooth finish. Perfect thinly sliced and melted. (7.5 oz)

Parmigiano Reggiano is made from raw cow's milk and aged for over 18 months. Full flavored and nutty with a wonderful grainy texture. Serve grated or shaved. Don't forget to save the rind for stocks and sauces! (7.5 oz)

Grana Padano Stravecchio Oro del Tempo is made from raw cow's and aged for over 22 months. Similar to Parmigiano Reggiano, it has an aged grainy texture, and nutty flavor. It has an amazing depth of flavor with sweet, fruity undertones. Use the same way as you use Parmigiano Reggiano, but note the difference in flavors! (7.5 oz)

Please note that any item temporarily out of stock will be substituted with a similar item of equal or greater value.

This was a wonderful assortment of cheeses, all very fresh and tasty. It was fun to taste the differences in making our family's alfredo sauce recipe using Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, and Grana Padano (alternately), and the Provolone Piccante is a tasty snacking cheese that was also nice melted on pizza. We will definitely order this set again!

By Wendersfrom Greensboro, NCon Dec 19, 2015

Holiday gift

Had this sent to a family member as a gift, so I did not actually see. However , their comment was "I love it all - particularly love the pecorino which is so hard to find!" and "It's a decent amount- I'm sure it will last for months." They were very pleased, so I am very pleased. Will definitely order again!

By RoseMariefrom Merritt Is, FLon Nov 08, 2015

Italian cooking cheeses

the recipient of the cheeses was very pleased

By Elizabethfrom Darien, CTon Jan 26, 2015

Happily Received Gift

Although I didn't get to see the package when it arrived, I gave this to friends who said they loved it! The cheese arrived exactly on the delivery date scheduled.

By Bonnie MacDonaldfrom Seoul, Koreaon Apr 29, 2014

Formaggio del Cucina (Italian Cooking Cheeses)

Very satisfied with the cheeses! I am stationed in Korea and the package came in a timely manner and the content appropriately protected.

By jsgersich@aol,comfrom Daly City, CAon Dec 26, 2012

Formaggio del Cucina

Family very happy with gift. Received on time.

By ginabambinafrom Kingston, Ontario, Canadaon Nov 04, 2011

Fabulous cheese

These are spectacular cheese. They were delivered within 2 days to my daughter, who lives south of Chicago and she raved about them. So delicious!! An excellent product. I will order again.

By samaclamfrom Indianaon Jan 03, 2011

Nice selection

All cheeses enjoyed by gift recipients. Saved the Pecorino for myself. Nice and yet not as savoury/aged as I hoped for.

By Okayterrfrom Shelton, CTon Jan 09, 2008

Excellent assortment, as promised.

This assortment was purchased as a gift my my two sisters-in-law and brother-in-law. He was born in Italy and the women were raised in the typical Italian household. This gift was an excellent choice for them and their lifestyle because they host their family at large Sunday dinners and it was a terrific addition to their menu.

By Remus131from Virginiaon Jan 06, 2008

Yummy

We have used these cheeses in various dishes created at home. Each of them has given the dish a wonderful flavor. Better than anything I have found in the local grocery store.